San Luis Obispo police investigating ‘Pride’ flag burning

The San Luis Obispo Police Department is investigating a “Pride” flag burning that occurred on Thursday within city limits.

Police consider this a hate crime.

The police department encouraged any member of the LGBTQ community who has been a victim of a hate crime to contact GALA at 805-541-4252 for referrals to support services or call the SLO Police Department at 805-781-7312 to file a police report.

SLO police said they are committed to the safety and inclusion of all residents and visitors.

No arrests have been made in this case.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the SLO Police Department at 805-781-7312.